1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1986 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1986 Toyota Model F is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 512 kg more than 1986 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1986 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V8 Volante | Model F |
Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2240 mm |